1981 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Saab 900
To start off, 1992 Saab 900 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Saab 900 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1992 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
